Hypertherm Powermax45 XP - Precision Gouging Consumables (10 A)

Gouge with the Hand Torch and Machine Torch
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Precision gouging consumables (10 A)
The following tables show the 10 A gouging profile at 40° and 50° on mild steel. These settings are
intended to serve as a starting point to help you determine the best gouging profile for a given
cutting job. Adjust these settings as needed for your application and table to obtain the desired
result.
Table 6 – Mild steel (Metric)
Operating parameters
Speed 254–762mm/min (10–30in/min)
Standoff 0.3–1.3mm (0.01–0.05inch)*
Angle 40° – 50°
Output current 10 – 25 A
Consumables Precision gouging consumables
Gas Air
* Increase the standoff to a maximum of 3 – 4 mm (0.12 – 0.16 inch) for a very light gouge.
10 A
Metal removal rate on mild steel:
0.2 kg/hour (0.5 pounds/hour)
Depth
0.5mm (0.02inch)
Width
2.5 mm (0.1 inch)
Torch angle Standoff (mm)
Speed
(mm/min)
Depth (mm) Width (mm)
Width/depth
ratio
40°
0.3 254 0.5 3.3 6.6
0.3 508 0.3 2.4 8
0.3 762 0.1 2.2 22
1.3 254 0.3 3 10
1.3 508 0.1 2.2 22
1.3 762 0.05 1.9 38
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